Low Carb Slow-Cooked Pig Feet
Indulge in the savory, melt-in-your-mouth tenderness of Low Carb Slow-Cooked Pig Feet, a dish rich in flavor and brimming with comfort. Perfect for those on a low-carb diet, this recipe transforms humble pig feet into a succulent, slow-cooked masterpiece. Seared to golden perfection, then slow-simmered for hours with aromatic onions, garlic, and celery in a seasoned broth infused with apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne pepper, the result is a deeply flavorful dish with a hint of spice. Ideal for a hearty dinner, this gluten-free recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a simple side salad. With just 20 minutes of prep time, the slow cooker works its magic over six hours, making this an easy, hands-off option for satisfying home-cooked goodness. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pig feet
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 2 sliced celery stalks
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped parsley
Instructions
Begin by cleaning the pig feet thoroughly under cold running water. Pat them dry with paper towels.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pig feet and sear them on all sides until they are golden brown, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Remove the pig feet from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced celery. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are soft and the onion is translucent.
Pour in the apple cider vinegar to deglaze the pan, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Transfer the pig feet and sautéed vegetables to a slow cooker.
Add the chicken broth, bay leaves, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker.
Stir the ingredients to combine well.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Cook for 6 hours, or until the pig feet are extremely tender and the flavors are well amalgamated.
Once cooked, remove the bay leaves and discard them.
Serve the slow-cooked pig feet warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.1 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.8 g | 279% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 762 mg | 254% | |
| Sodium | 4489 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 185.0 g | 370% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2099 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
